diff --git a/setup.py b/setup.py
index 4b17313..15de067 100644
--- a/setup.py
+++ b/setup.py
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@
 
 setup(
     name='roombapy',
-    version='1.6.0',
+    version='1.6.1',
     license='MIT',
     description='Python program and library to control Wi-Fi enabled iRobot Roomba vacuum cleaners',
     long_description=long_description,